A Catholic Faith Community Since 1908

July 28, 2013

St. Rita of Cascia

MASS TIMES
SUNDAYS: Sat. 5:30 pm (Vigil), 7:30 am, 10 am & 12 N WEEKDAYS: Mon., Tues., Fri, and Sat. 8 am (Wed. & Thurs. 8 am Communion Service) HOLY DAYS: (eve of) 5:30 pm; (day of) 8 am & 6:30 pm

SACRAMENT OF RECONCILIATION
(Confession) Saturdays 4-5 pm or by appointment DEVOTIONS Our Lady of Perpetual Help: Saturday 7:50 am ADORATION First Friday 8:30 am5 pm, Rectory Oratory

Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V.F.Pastor Deacon Manuel Valencia Deacon John Hull 318 North Baldwin Avenue, Sierra Madre Mailing Address: 50 East Alegria Avenue, Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Phone: 626/355-1292 FAX: 626/355-2290 www.st-rita.org

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Msgr. Richard Krekelberg, V. F.Pastor
626.355.1292 x. 228 revkrek@st-rita.org Dcn. Manuel & Chela Valencia deaconmanuelvalencia@gmail.com 626.355.1292 Dcn. John Hulljohnhull65@gmail.com 626.355.1292 Weekend Presiders: 10 am MassFr. Chris Thiel, OFM Capuchin

Parish Ministries and Organizations

Liturgy & Worship
Lectors and Eucharistic Ministers: David & Jill Muhs 355.9810 em@st-rita.org Altar Servers, Youth: Kathy Ganino 626.398.9302 Altar Servers, Adult: Bill Cosso 355.5656 Eucharistic Adoration: Kathy Ganino 626.398.9302 Rosary Prayer Group: Susan Day 355-3835 Sacristans: Sat. Vigil: Gary Fidone/Bill & Patti Huber Sunday Masses: 7:30-Bill Cosso/David Banis; 10:00-David Muhs; 12N-Bernie Grace Weekdays: John Bigley, Margaret Duran Porter: (Evening Church Lockup) Sheila Palazzolo Environment: Denise Villalovos/Gil Lazo gil@st-rita.org 355.1292

How to Contact Us
Parish Office/Mailing Address 50 East Alegria Ave., Sierra Madre, CA 91024 Hours: Mon.-Fri. 9am to 6pm; Sat. 9 am to 1 pm. Office Email: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Director of Administration
Mary Lou Butler: mlbutler@st-rita.org 355.1292

Ministries & Organizations

Bereavement Ministry: 355.1292 bereave@st-rita.org Christian Family: Sheila Pierce 355.8332 Greeters & Ushers: Erny Henry 626.289.3504 626.446.6715 Mens Club: Nick Sotis: 358-2495 nick.sotis@pro-sites.net New Members/Welcome: Contact the Parish Office St. Rita Guild: Patty Sullivan 355.3707 psullivan514@gmail.com Senior Ministry: Marilyn McKernan, marilyn@st-rita.org Shawl Ministry: Mary Taillac 355.3179 Marilyn Delgatto 355.8717

Pastoral Council
Parish Office: 355.1292

Finance Council Chair

Bill Sullivan: 355.3707

St. Rita SchoolOffice: 626.355.6114

Principal: Joanne Harabedian jharabedian@st-rita.org

Other Contacts
Archivist: Marilyn McKernan marilyn@st-rita.org Bulletin Submissions: bulletin@st-rita.org or drop off at Office Public Relations: ParishAdmin@st-rita.org Registration Information: rc@st-rita.org 355.1292 Webmaster: Ralph Seymour: seymour@seymourmedia.com

Director of Liturgy & Music Paul Puccinelli: mm@st-rita.org Director of Religious Education Cristina Cullen: 355.3841 dre@st-rita.org Director of Youth Ministry/Confirmation Theresa Bui Costanzo: 626.590.8828 ym@st-rita.org RCIA (Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults) Team: Deacon Manuel and Chela Valencia; Susan Blakeslee: rcia@st-rita.org

Let Saint Rita Be There For You . . .

Communion for Sick and Homebound Parishioners
St. Rita ministers provide Communion home visits. Contact the Parish Office 355.1292 or Jill Muhs 355.9810 em@st-rita.org.

For Information about the

Sacrament of Baptism
Baptismal Preparation for parents and godparents: 7 8:30 pm the last Monday of the month. Call for Reservations. Baptisms are usually the first Sunday of the month.

Anointing of the Sick

Please notify us (355.1292) as early as possible for the Anointing of the Sick, the sacrament intended for the seriously ill or dying. It is Our Lords special presence and companionship in serious time of need. Anointing may take place in the home, at the hospital or elsewhere and as often as once a month. If someone should die without anointing, remember that the desire to receive is sufficient and the Lord cares!

Sacraments of Reconciliation and first Eucharist

Preparation for children who have attained the age of reason (usually during 2nd grade) is arranged either through the Office of Religious Education or St. Rita Elementary School.

Sacrament of Matrimony
Contact the Parish Office upon engagement; at least six months is needed for preparation of this joyous sacrament!

If You Should Experience the Loss of a Loved One

Please call us at 355.1292 If you feel you will be in need, or your loved one has passed, we will assist in making arrangements with your chosen funeral directors; refer you to our liturgy and music directors; and offer you helpful guidelines and a book that will aid in the selection of readings for the Mass or Memorial Service. Areas we can help you with prior to the passing may help in the planning of funeral services. We know that this can be a tough time and we want you to know that your parish is there for you. PLEASE UNDERSTAND we only have one resident priest, sometimes arrangements for another priest may be needed.

Sacrament of Confirmation

A two-year program for freshman/sophomore age teens. Apply through the Office of Religious Education.

NOTE: Adult applicants for the sacraments should contact the Parish Office.

Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick

See adjoining column.

SAINT RITA
REV. MSGR. RICHARD KREKELBERG

OF

CASCIA CHURCH

PASTORS CORNER
Dear Parishioners,
While I am away on my vacation, I leave the following Reflection for your consideration. Msgr. Richard A man was driving around in a sweat because he couldnt find a parking place and he was late for an important meeting. Looking up to heaven he prayed, Lord help me! If you find me a parking place Ill go to Mass every Sunday for the rest of my life and Ill give up drinking whiskey. A parking place opened up right in front of the building where he had his meeting. The man looked up to heaven again and said, Never mind, Lord; I just found one. A Catholic School teacher asked one of her young students now tell me honestly, Johnny, do you say prayers before meals? No, said Johnny, I dont have to. My Mom is a good cook. Johnny hadnt learned yet that prayer is more than asking for things. In the Gospel two Sundays ago, a scribe asked Jesus What must I do to inherit eternal life? Jesus answered with a lesson on love by telling the story of the Good Samaritan. Last Sunday was the story of Martha and Mary, where Mary sat at Jesus feet listening to him. It is most likely St. Luke was trying to tell us its good to help our neighbor, but its also good to take time to be with our Lord and get away from all the ways we manage to keep busy. Remember the answer to the question of the scribe has two parts. We are to love God with our whole being and love our neighbor as ourselves. Todays Gospel follows immediately after the story of Martha and Mary. It seems that after telling us it is a good thing to spend time with our Lord, St. Luke is giving us an additional lesson on prayer. St. Lukes version of the Our Father is essentially the same but a little shorter than St. Matthews version. St. Luke connects it with an encouragement to persevere in prayer and not quit. Perseverance in prayer was also the point of todays first Reading. Somehow my father had the idea that it was being selfish to pray for his own needs. I think the Our Father teaches us we should pray for all the things we need, including a parking place, if we need one. But the Our Father also teaches us first to praise God and to align our will with Gods will before praying for ourselves. Perseverance in prayer is one of the most important lessons we need to learn if were going to grow spiritually. In our world today, we learn to hate waiting for things. That includes waiting for God. We know we dont need to inform God of what we need and we dont have to wake Him up or get His attention because he knows every detail of our lives. We need to pray and to keep asking and knocking so that we can develop our relationship with our God and our creator, a relationship that is the most important relationship of all relationships. At the end of todays gospel, Jesus said, Ask and you will receive. He doesnt say, you might receive or maybe youll receive, but you will receive. What He is saying is that no prayer is wasted. Prayer cannot fail to bring some blessingeven if its not the thing we think we need most. If we truly believe God is all-wise and all-loving, then we have to conclude that if we do not receive what weve asked for, God has something better in mind. Partly why people give up on prayer is they do not have faith in Gods wisdom and love. Prayer will always work for us in some marvelous way. We must trust the Lord in that. Amen! Rev. Joe Robinson

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PARISHIONERS WHO REQUEST OUR PRAYERS FOR HEALING AND RETURN TO GOOD HEALTH

SATURDAY, JULY 27
8:00 AM 5:30 PM

SUNDAY, JULY 28

Mary & Bill Graham 60th Anniversary INT For All Parishioners

7:30 AM John Taylor Faire INT 10:00 AM Patricia Hardy RIP 12 NOON Frances E. Cosso RIP

MONDAY, JULY 29
8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 5:30 PM

TUESDAY, JULY 30

Richard Lynch RIP

Zhou Le, Mu Song, Jody Williams, Gabriella Reyes, Ashley Biely, Jean Mansour, Celia Merritt, Denis Keegan, Jacob Bigley, Gerald Krekelberg, Cathy Fiore, Madelyn Shaull, Dorothy Van Gorden, John J. McCoy, Diane Ridley, Richard Forcione, Maria Carmen Marti, Dennis & Clare Marquardt, Rosemary Fryzm, Andy Pulley, Katherine Haderlein, Andy Heller, JoAnn E. Douglass, Kathleen Ramsey, Tonyja Blakeslee, Addie Marshall, Joanna Singleton, Jackie Bagnuolo, Mary Ellen Isoard, Tim Stanley, Antoinette Wassef, Theresa Morcos, Aspet Herapetian, Rose Mary Taquino, Selma Tuffs, David Duran, Paul Viger, Julie Meyer, Zdenka Czerny, Cliff Hancuff, Wendy Wolf Fadel, Hal Finney, Christa Owen, Ailey GardnerYbarra, Cathy Hundshamer, Eva Bernejo, Laurie Larkin Masella, Edith Olah, Matteo Begnoche, Lancelot Loera, Fred Mycroft, Brian Eck, Alex Arranaga, Anna Mary Hession, Mildred Vocelka, Joseph Moore, Ned Vento.

WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 FRIDAY, A UGUST 2

Alice Wisner RIP

Communion Service Communion Service George Hernandez RIP

DID YOU KNOW?

The Archdiocesan Office of Victim Assistance Ministry periodically offers a support program for adult survivors of childhood abuse or neglect: A Faith-Based Response to Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse and Neglect. This recovery program uses a psycho-educational model. The model is educational in that it teaches how the trauma of childhood abuse and neglect typically impacts individuals. It is psychoeducational in that it provides tools for participants to safely examine and regulate their feelings, thought patterns and behavior. The entire program is presented in the context of prayer for Gods healing and is not a psychotherapy group. The program follows a ten week format and is available in both English and Spanish. The dates, time and location of the next groups will be determined by interest.
If you are interested in more information, please call

SATURDAY, AUGUST 3 SUNDAY, AUGUST 4

John Faire INT Claire Faire INT

7:30 AM For All Parishioners 10:00 AM Darlene Flattmann INT 12 NOON Denise Greenawalt RIP

FEAST DAYS
Monday, July 29St. Martha Tuesday, July 30St. Peter Chrysologus Wednesday, July 31St. Ignatius of Loyola Thursday, August 1St. Alphonsus Liguori Friday, August 2St. Eusebius of Vercelli; St. Peter Julian Eymard

Victims Assistance Coordinator, Suzanne Healy 213/637-7650

TODAYS READINGS
First ReadingAbraham bargains with God to spare the city (Genesis 18:20-32). PsalmLord, on the day I called for help, you answered me (Psalm 138). Second ReadingYou were buried with Christ in baptism, in which you were also raised with Christ (Colossians 2:12-14). GospelEveryone who asks, receives; and the one who seeks, finds (Luke 11:1-13).

You were buried with Him in baptism, in which you were also raised with Him through faith in the power of God, who raised Him from the dead.
Colossians 1:12

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St. Rita Catholic School

91 Years of Faith, Excellence, and Stewardship

Mass at the BeachFriday, Aug. 2, 10am-9:30 pm St. Rita's Youth Ministry will join many other Catholic youth ministries for a Beach Day at Manhattan Beach on Friday, August 2, 2013. We will depart from St. Rita at 10 a.m. and return at 9:30 p.m. This day will include fun at the beach; Youth Mass with Jacob and Mathew Band at 5 p.m.; and Youth Night at American Martyrs parish (one-half mile from the beach). Currently, we are inviting the Core Team members, the Belize Team members, and all recently confirmed teens. (If we can get enough chaperones and drivers, we will invite the year 1 and 2 Confirmation candidates.) Parents/adults who are interested in being drivers/chaperones are welcome (provided you meet Safeguard the Children requirements). ServiceUnion Station, Sunday, Aug. 4, 7:30-10am Youth NiteWednesday, August 14, 7 pm, Gara Have a great summer and dont forget to check in at your St. Rita home from time-to-time! Theresa Costanzo ym@st-rita.org

At St. Rita School, learning has broken out of the confinements of the 20th century. Highly qualified teachers are leading our students to educational places that genuinely excite the new generation. Virtual learning combined with traditional teaching pedagogy ensure that learning is not restricted to any single location or moment. Every St. Rita student fulfills their destiny of becoming a Christ-centered individual who has respect and compassion for all of Gods creation with the skills to meet the challenges of the future. At St. Rita School, parents and teachers are partners in the education, spiritual formation and moral development of their children. This is a place where life-long friendships are formed and where faith is part of daily life. St. Rita School continues to provide more opportunities to develop every childs talents. Our program includes:
New Common Core State Standards Legendary CYO Championship Sports Program State of the Art Technology Instruction (iPads in every classroom and interactive boards) Spanish Instruction Professional Instruction in Art, Drama, Music, Speech & Debate Public Speaking integrated into the curriculum Academic Decathlon Scripps National Spelling Bee L.E.A.P.S after school classes: (Chess, Karate, Dance, Cheer, Baton and more)

Registration materials are now available in the Parish office for those children in grades 1-5. Classes begin on Monday, September 16th and run every Monday from 4-5:15. There is a $50 fee per child but payment options are available. Please provide a copy of your childs Baptismal certificate when you submit your registration form. We look forward to having your child as part of our program. Andif youre an adult who would like to be involved in the Religious Ed program, please contact me for further information. Cristina Cullen dre@st-rita.org 355-3841

Schedule a visit to learn about the difference a Catholic Education will make for your child. Transitional Kindergarten through 8th Grade. School Office 626/355-6114

Interested in helping with the decoration of our Church?

Our Liturgical Environment Committee can speak with you about the types of things we do to enhance our Liturgy at St. Rita. For more information: Gil Lazo gil@st-rita.org 626/355-1292

Thank you Blood Drive Donors!

At our July 14 Drive, the Red Cross collected 24 badly needed units and were very thankful. Our next Drive will be January 12. Childrens Hospital asked if we would consider having a Drive for them in September or Octoberlet me know if you could participate. Marilyn McKernan 355-1922 x233 Deadline for Bulletin articles is Thursday, 10 days before desired publication date. bulletin@st-rita.org or bring to the Parish Office.

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Meetings, Ministry & Special Events
Backpack & School Supplies for St. Francis Center

This Week at St. Rita

This SundayKnit for Kids
Information available outside of Church after all the Massesstop by to see how you can participate! Ana Ptasinski 355-3146

Drive ends next Sunday, August 4

Pleaseno used items. Flyers listing the
needed items are in the Vestibule.

For more informationor to volunteer to help, either here at St. Rita or at St. Francis Center (Saturday, August 10), please contact
Rosemary Hagerott rc@st-rita.org 355-1292 x226

Monday, July 29Baptism Preparation Class

7 pm Parish Office Meeting Room For August 4 Baptisms

Save the Date

Sunday, August 4Final Day for donations
St. Francis Center Backpacks & School Supplies

Fingerprinting at St. Rita* Saturday, August 17

Fingerprinting will be available here at St. Rita from 10am-1:40 pm & again from 3:20-5:20 pm. Appointments are required! Please call the School Office to set an appointment time or for further information.

Sunday, August 4Baptisms

In the Church 1:30 pm Deacon Manuel officiating

School Office 355-6114

Saturday, August 17Fingerprinting

See article in next column for more information.

Catholic Community & Local Events

Three Day Mini Evening RetreatAugust 5-7, 6-8:30 pm. All are invited to attend Growing in Holiness in Communion with Jesus, Mary and the Angels, sponsored by Opus Sanctorum Angelorum. Sacred Heart Chapel, 381 E. Center St., Covina. Mass and conferences included. Free will donation. Info 626/331-3549 Grief Support Group, Journey Through Grief August 13-September 17, 10:30-Noon You are invited to a six week support group designed for those who have lost a loved one. A safe environment is offered to share feelings, discuss fears, and gain strength for the journey that lies ahead. San Gabriel Recreation Center, 250 S. Mission Drive, San Gabriel 91776 Susan Coyle 626/974-2045 Susan.coyle@vitas.com

Dont take a vacation from Mass

When youre traveling, you can find the nearest Church location and schedule of Sunday Masses on the website: Masstimes.org

Dont take a vacation from supporting St. Rita

You may write one check for the weeks you will be away and either put it in the Offering Basket before or after your vacation. Thank you!

FingerprintingFriday, August 16. Immaculate

Conception Church, 740 S. Shamrock, Monrovia 91016. Must call for an appointment; times in afternoon or early evening. 626/358-1166

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~Maintenance and Repairs Special Collection~
June ReportWe were fortunate that our excellent refrigeration specialist, Bob Wagner, was able to secure parts to repair our air conditioning unit for the Church. We have all enjoyed cool comfort since the repairswhich totaled $2413, but were so much less costly than replacing the whole unit. Please Godand St. Ritawe will be able to get a little more mileage from our aging cooling system. Now, you know, there is a price for keeping cool! Our Edison bill for the Church for the billing period May 31 thru June 30 was an astounding $3,662! We dont run the air during the week, unless there is a special event, a funeral, or a Feast Day Mass, but it takes a lot of cooling to keep the church comfortable for the week-end. Remember how miserable it was for several week-end Masses recently when we had no cooled air? June ExpensesIncluding the air conditioner and Edison costs listed above (totaling $6075), we incurred other maintenance (utilities, trash collection, Edison bill for the Parish Office, etc.) and repairs (hardware & plumbing parts, painting accessories, etc.) expenses to bring the total June outlay for Maintenance and Repairs to $9,513. June Maintenance and Repairs Collections totaled $9,332, due to your generosity. Our shortfall for the month was less than <$200>. The number of monthly donors (210 families in June versus 201 families in Mayor approximately 20% of registered families) to this special collection is showing a steady upward movement. We are grateful for your recognition of the costs associated with maintaining our parish facilitiesand for your ongoing support. The second Sunday of each month is designated for the special Maintenance and Repairs collection (the blue envelope if you receive Offertory envelopes). BUT, you may donate at any time by simply writing For Maintenance on your check or on your envelope.

Again, thank you for helping us maintain this parish we are blessed to call homeSt. Rita of Cascia.